2008 Fiat Palio vs. 1969 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2008 Fiat Palio is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ford Mustang (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Palio. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Ford Mustang weights approximately 346 kg more than 2008 Fiat Palio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Ford Mustang is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Palio, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1969 Ford Mustang (257 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Palio. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Palio | 1969 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Palio | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1579 cc | 3273 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 184 km/hour | 156 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1416 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2750 mm |
